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The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14
why II Is.

People are calling for low prices. There
is one place where the most exacting mus,
find satisfaction in that line-at II. j. Gil
LENS. Take the carpe, stock. Here is a lin'
Of goods, complete in every detail, on which
all the low prices advertised by other houses
as extraordinarily low have been discounted
all through the season , and lower prices are
the rule, with the making and laying done
without charge! No wonder the department
has had an unprecedented run.
The same rule Of low rates holds good In
the dress goods department in all fabrics,
late purchases and advantageous contracts
enabling the house to make prices no others
can approach. The new wash goods-cam
brics, lawns, chambras, &c, are now in and
offered at prices to suit the times.
II is, of course, unnecessary to rehearse
the list of novelties for the coming season,
since the house has everything known to the
market in every conceivable line Of reliable
dry goods.
THE BOOT AND SHOE STOCK
Is especially worthy Of attention just now,
being filled with summer goods in the makes
of the well known houses of Grey Bros,
Bolton, Walker, and other firms for whose
goods GILLES's is sole agent This stock is
not make.shift stock to have boots and
shoes in the house. but thoroughly com,
plete line, including all goods for ladies,
gents and children.
So in all these goods, there is at this time
no house offering greater inducements, and
it is also the fact that because of the excel
lence of the stock and the admitted lowness
of prices, no house in the city is selling
more goods, keeping % employees busy
from morning till the closing time. All in
vited to call.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

Recent visitors to Bowman's gallery have
noticed an elegant life-sized portrait of the
late Emmett ]. Dougherty, which was regard.
ed by all who saw it as one of the finest pro-
ductions ever turned out of the gallery.
Mr.. Bowman, in recognition OF past services
Of deceased Che having been clerk in the
postoffice under Bowman's administration J,
has presented it to the family Of deceased,
q generous act, characteristic in every way
Of this Unknown artist.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

Mesirs Parker and Merriman, Of the
Cottage Organ Company, we're in town or
Tuesday. They were here to figure with
the Pioneer Fireproof Company on build
ing tile. Mr.. f. V. Johnson was in con
versation with them during their stay ant
is engae I'd in making estimates for them
They win begin operations at once here.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

There has been no meeting of the Bust
ness Mems Association this week. The or.
gan factory men are getting ready for build
ing, and things are moving as quiet as a No.
10 foot on banana peel.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

The Sisters of Mercy will give musical
and dramatic entertainment at the Opera
House on June, 2 small admission will
be charged and the proceeds will be for the
benefit of the Sisters
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

See the announcement in this issue Of the
popular new book. by the. local editor Of
This paper.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

Prot. Tufts received a telegram yesterday
morning announcing the death Of his sister
Mrs. DR.. Hathaway, at Lapeer, Michigan
He left for Lapeer last evening to attend thu
funeral ceremonies tomorrow.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

Sunday School convention will be held
at the Brookfield church tomorrow, for which
an interesting programme Of exercises ha,
been prepared
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14
WALL PaDer

We have heretofore mentioned that Hape.
man & Graham's was the place to get wall
paper. We might add that thu firms 5elec.
tons evidence most excellent taste and
as they exhibit this year probably
the most elaborate and elegant designs ever
shown in Ottawa. Their stock is also the
largest, and you can rely upon getting just
what you want in the line of wall papers at
Hapeman & Graham's
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14
We LIVE TO PLEASE.

The measure Of life being but span,
We should enjoy 1t while We can
To accomplish this no better way
Than live with all in harmony.
Each should endeavor each to please,
Which can be done with greatest ease.
1t only needs to lay aside
Self, that would our reason guide.
To please has been our life's desire;
We toll for 1t, but never tire;
And passing years suggest new ways
By which we may the people please.
For our last effort in this way,
Permit US here a word to say,
And introduce you, if you choose,
To our unequalled stock Of shoes.
There's nothing like it in the land,
And prices what the times demand,
Besides in comfort, ease and wear,
You'll find perfection every pair.
A. LYNCH.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

W. Nicely has at bis place in Ottawa six
fine, standard bred stations and one pacing
stallion: Byron, record 2:254; Ottawa
Chief, 1926; Neal, Woodbury., Byron Pilo:,
Muscatele. 1t will pay you to 60 and see
thpmr
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

Next Thursday the Feast of the Ascension
the Rev. Father Grogan. of st. Columba's
church, will preach at Eagle in St. Mary.
church.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

The Suit Department of J, f. Scott & Co.,
has been stocked up with new Silk Dresses
and nice all Wool Suits, and also a full line
of Summer Nantes
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

The weather is hot, and we must dress
cool. This being so, always remember that
A. Alschuler keeps full line of summer
coats, in all the latest cuts and at lowest
prices.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

DEE. Arthur Lee, son of Mr.. and Mrs
F. A. fitzgerald, at five o'clock last Sunday
aftern, On. Deceased was only a little over
tive years of age. The funeral took place a
half past two on Tuesday, Rev. Herman.
officiating. Mr.. and Mrs. Fitzgerald have
the sincere pathy of all in their affection
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14
lNlA In The Sun

But one Of Fiske Il Beems new Summer
Coats and Vests will drop the temperature
to about half that Try one.
FisKE & BEEN.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

All kinds Of hats. Great sale Of low priced
hats and millinery for the next three weeks.
Lowest priced hats and best selection ever
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

$3.50 buys a pair of prime PEBBLE goat but
ton boot at }. Megafin.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14
Summer Clothing,

For Men, Boys, Youths and Children.
At Fske g. Beems. One price, low price
Clothiers.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

See our stock of underwear, neekwear,
handkerchiefs and gloves, and get prices on
same before buying.
FRENCH, THE Halter.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14
No.. Joke.

Cool fact and suit of Summer Clothing
such as you can get at Fiske & Beems will
convince you,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

Largest stock of straw hats in La Sale
county, and lowest prices, at French's Hat
Store.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

Messrs. B. Hess and Stiefel have begun
the erection of new residences in East OF
tawa,
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

Examine the Logan lace shoes at J, Me-
gaffins.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

Shaw wants ten thousand dozen eggs a
l0c. per dozen.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

FIsKE:-Mr and Mrs. F. l.. Fiske are eI
pected home next week.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

DON'T sweat any longer with your heavy
coat. Go to Alschulers and buy seersuck,
er or other light coat and be comfortable.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14
Cool Wave

Try on one of Fiske & Beem's Coats and
Vests. and cool Of.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

SO buys kid, hand turned, button boo
at j. Megaffin's.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

As the tramp band was playing in front
# SCOTS last Wednesday noon, Alderman
Hull was heard TO remark: That's the
rrgan factory"
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

The town board tried to meet last Tuesday
afternoon, but couldn't get quorum.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14
Fine stations.

Go to Fl. c.. Strawn for self adjustable
screens.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

The finest all wool ladies Jerseys at So
cents, ever opened here.
J. T.. SCoTr g. Co.'S.
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

The rush for Carpets and Shades has beer
unprecedented this week at
f. ScoTr & Co.'S
The Ottawa free trader. [volume] (Ottawa, Ill.) 1843-1916, 1887-05-14

A good stock of working shirts, from 26c
up, at French's Hat Store.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-11-17
For a Writ Of Mandamus---The Writ
Granted--.Several Other COl0red
People do Likewise.
A Letter From Nina Van Zandt, Expressing
Her Views on the Trial Of the
Late Anarchists.
A Brutal Engineer in Berkely County
Quarrels With Hi. Wife, Kills Her
and CremateS the Body.
FORT SCOTT COLOR TROUBLE.
Crawfords Attorney Asks for Writ of
Mandamus for His Client.

TOPEKA, Kan, Nov. ia motion for
an alternative writ Of mandamus was
made in the supreme court today by the
attorney for Robert Crawford, colored
resident of Fort Scott, to compel the board
Of education of the city of Fort Scott and
d. Bemis, superintendent of the public
schools of that city, to admit Buford
Crawford, a son of the petitioner,as pupil
of the Wilson street school. The writ was
granted by Judge Valentine, returnable
December ID.
The same questions are involved in this
case as in the case of Georgiana Reeves,
whose application for similar writ was
recently denied by Judge C. O. French, OF
Fort Scott, and the decision of the supreme
court will be anXiously awaited by all who
are interested in the color line question
Among the considerations given by the
counsel for the plaintiff for filing the
original writ in the supreme court instead
of the district court were the facts that the
case involved grave questions of cOnStltu-
tional law, both under the state constitu-
ton OF Kansas and of the fourteenth
amendment of the constitution of the
United States; it involved the doctrine of
equal rights to all, which was claimed to
be the fundamental principle Of the bill of
rights of the constitution of the state of
Kansas and other states III the west it in
wolves the question whether the declara-
ton of the Kansas legislature that the
schools should be free to all chilnren be-
tween the ages of 5 and q years was TO be
the supreme law Of the state or whether
this declaration was to be set aside by the
rules and regulations of local boards of
education.
An educational map of Fl Scott was
filled with the papers, showing the dis
lance young Crawford had to go to attend
the colored school to which he had been
assigned by the board, as compared with the
distance of Wilson street and other white
schools to which Crawford and other col
ored children Of the city were seeking ad-
mission. 1t appears from some of the eX-
hibits in the case that the rules and reg
ulatiOns passed by the board of education
of Fit Scott excluding colOred children
have net been entered upon the journals of
the board as required by law. Judge J. d.
Hill and Judge William Chenault and the
firm of Wess & Humphrey, of Fort scott
are attorneys for the plaintiff. The case
promises to be hotly contested at all
points
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-11-17
GREMATFO HIS WIFE

COLUMBIA, S. c., Nov 16-News has just
reached this city, that on Saturday after
noon, Stephen Bailey, engineer of steam
saw mill in Berkeley county, quarreled with
his wife and knocked her in the head with
an axe, from the effects Of which she died
in few moments, He hid the body until
night, when he placed it in wheelbarrow
and carted it to the engine room. He strip
ped part of the clothing from the body,
and threw it into the fiery furnace. In his
excitement, Baily neglected to hide the
bloody garments. The next morning the
women was missed The clothes were dis
covered in the engine room, and on further
examination her eharrsd remains were
found in the furnace. Suspicion pointed
to Bailey, and he was arrested and he at
once made full confession. He was hand
cuffed and tied to post to prevent him
from escaping. He borrowed a knife from
a little son of the constable to clean out his
pipe, and while no one was watching he at
tempted to commit suicide by cutting his
throat. His nanacleS and the dullnesS of
the knife, however,. prevented his inn
mediate death, but his throat was horribly
gashed. Bailey received surgical attention
and soon recovered sufficient strength to
be carried to the county Jail at Mount
Pleasant
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-11-17
LEFT In THE NIGHT.
DR.. Richmond Escapes From the st. Joseph
Insane Asylum-A Bold Robbery.

ST. JOSEPH, Mo-, Nov. 16.-Dr. S. A.
Richmond whose trial for the killing of
Colonel Strong, in June, 1885, resulted in
made good his escape from that institution
some time during last night. He was at
the supper table and his non-appearance at
breakfast this morning was the first init
nation that the authorities had that the
doctor had taken his departure. A search
was at once instituted, but without result,
other than to confirm the fact that he had,
with the leeSt possible ceremony, given his
attendants the slip.
1t appears that Richmond, because of his
improved condition, was permitted consid-
cradle freedom about the building and
grounds, and was often permitted to
carry the keys to his room. The fact that
Superintendent Smith was Of the opinion
that Richmond was of sound mind, and
that he could do nothing more for him, no
doubt had much to do with the loose sur
violence which aided his escape Some
weeks ago Richmond made application to
Judge Spencer for writ Of habeas corpus,
but it was denied. A subsequent applica
ton to the asylum board for his release, as
a restored patient met with the same re-
suit, hence escape was the only avenue left
L
Chief Brode and Sheriff Andriano are do
ing all in their power to overhaul the runa-
way, but it is not believed that any very
stenuous efforts will be made for his APP
prehension, because Of the prevalent belief
that even if caught, he would apply at
once to the nearest court for d writ of
habeus corpus and any injury made as to
his sanity would result in his release The
conclusion is that DIR. Richmond is out Of
the asylum for good, at least on account of
the late provocatiOn.
Between 10and II o'clock last night
couple of men boarded car of the Union
railway line, just south of the Union depot
one of them drawing a revolver and com
the driver to stop the car and
throw ,up his hadns which he did, while
the other rifed the money box and went
through the drivers pockets, securing be-
tween SIS and $50.
a large number of eXcuNionists came in
tonight over the Grand Island from differ
ent points on that road. The hour of their
arrival was boo late for the citizens to eX-
tend any cogrtesies other than to escort the
visitors to their hotels, but tomorrow they
will be entertained by the Board of Trade
and shown the city and its many CONNER
cial advantages.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-11-17
KILLED sY HIS nalIHArEn

FUFACLA, Ala. Nov i6-Joseph Ran
dan. colored, died ar &is home across the
river. in QuItman county. Ga. yesterday.
from the effect of wound received IN a
mur3eroUs assault upon him by his -
year-old daughter some days ago. the re-
port Of which lust reached here with the
announcement OF his death Eliza. Joe s
daughter, was IN the habit OF going from
home at night without her fathers con-
sent, and recently he forbade her going out
after dark under penalty OF chastisement,
but size went notwithstanding. and next
day, while her father was sitting in front
or the house with mis- wife's brother. the
girl. fearing his threats. made an effort TO
shoot him from within the house through
a crack. She was prevented. owing 70 the
snallness Of the opening She then Sc
cured an axe and. Slipping up behind She
old man. dealt him blow IN the back Of
his mead, tTacturlng his skull. The girl Is
III Jail, while her uncle, vino j. charged
with being an accessory, Is al large.
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-11-17

The French neveR or very seldom. allow
themselves to be completely absorbed in bush
ness. They always set apart a certain Dor-
ton of time TO the amenities Of HE They
are as serious as you like at work, but in "a
moment they Will exhibit any amount Of
good hunor at play, and again will resume
the harness as quickly as it was thrown of
II you 60 into shop at dinner time-l speak
now Of the small provincial towns-you may
run the risk of receiving very little attention,
or even none at all l remember oncc-it
was at st. Halo in the summsr-I entered a
hatter's shop at / o'clock in the afternoon. A
well dressed, ladylike girl came out Of the
back parlor and inquired what I wanted
Il want a straw hat madeYnoiselle,1 said.
30! that's very awkward lust now"
as itn'
well Won seq she said "rnv brother is
at dinner" and aftera pause Of u few seconds
she added: 'Would you mind calling again
in an hours time!"
Not at ali" l replied; Il shall be de-
lighted TO do 500
was not only amused, but struck With ad-
nliration Tor the independence Of that worthy
halter After few years residence in Eng
land little scene Of that description was 4
great treat
An hour later l called again. The young
girl made her second appearance
"My brother waited for you for quite ten
minutes, = she said to me, ''he Is gone 70 the
cafe with friend now"
Il am sorry for that, 1 said. "When can
see himH
IF you viii step across to the cafe, / am
sgrrshe viii be happy 20 come back and at
tend 70 you"
thanked the young lady, vent t. too cafe.
introduced myself u the halter, VINO was IN
jeying cup Of coffee and having Z sano Of
dominoes with friend He asked uIe 20 e.
low him to finish the game. which Of course
was only too glad to do, and we returned %
the shop together.--Cor. Kanzas City TimeA
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-11-17
HOPKINS GOES FREE

WASHINGTON, Nov 16.-The case of Sher-
burne r. Hopkins, who sent the bogus in
fernal machine to Chief Justice Waite,
came up in the police court here today
Hopkins counsel, General Henkle, moved
to quash TIE information against his client
on the ground that the facts set forth in it
were not sufficient to make al offense. The
information charged Hopkins with at
tempting to defraud newspaper correspond
ents by selling them as news, a statement
he knew to be false. General Henkle said
that it was alleged that Hopkins had told
lie, or fiction, as the newspapers would
call it. In reality it was simply the perpe-
tration OF joke or fake" Hopkins was
prepared to write the lie, and asked if they
wanted it. Assistant Attorney Covle, the
prosecuting attorney, said General Hen
kle's argument had made such an impress
sion on him that he was unwilling to risk
a trial on this information The Judge
then quashed the case and Hopkins left the
court. Mr.. Coyle promises another and
stronger Indictment against Hopkins with
in week
Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-11-17
A Gloomy Trade. but Very Easy and
EminentIy Respectable.

He was gloomy locking sort u Isryou
and bis face wore an expression II woe tbas
made one think be bad It stamped there a. !,
sort u trade marx He was clad IN gar
H.ents q the somLerest hue. and from the
wide weed on his high bat 10 tire dead r9itsh
On his brod soied Shoes b. looked fgT eli TIE
world like a man ia wh9sc family thero 1as
"A death ~ least once "a year. When Re carn5
into Tbs street car sort ~ huss fed auag
the passenger ogt =. respect for tis plnoar,lei
EorTow. by and b tHs gloomy man was
asksd be had nc: with q beroa ysIi4qnt
lately
10, indeed be replied "tbers has no.
been death IN my family for yearsr
Why, then asked liz neszh51r, With
more curiosity than T-,iItenass, do y0a dy-.s
In Tlch daep alaurLisgr
Oh, that IN account q NJ l7laiIses.s
}o1 aFs a undertaken. tam
No, ara pail bearsr and nots,s he
lo'k Sf szrpria<s in his interi1~7itof,s face l.
went ~. ''Sp-as years ago there VS. a g,r-ss
II ny irade. l an oarrenser, sr1 daraz
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Wichita eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1886-1890, 1887-11-17
VENETIAN ON FIRE

BosTON, Nov. 16.-Fire was discovered
early this morning in the after hold of the
steamer NinetiaR, loading at this port for
Liverpool to sail today. The fire is con-
fined to the lower hold and the general
cargo is being removed, while that portion
of the vessel whore the fire started is being
flooded with water The loss vii be
heavy, but cannot be ascertained at pres
emit While the firemen wore fighting the
fire in the hold. the smoke became so
dense and the heat so great, that 81 num-
Der Of tiremen We're overcome and rescued
with difficulty. As many as twenty-five
of them had TO be carried to the open air,
and it is not believed any fatal results will
ensue, although a number are incapac-
itated for further work. The Vinetian is
the same ship that arrived her November
10th with fire in the forward hold The
cargo was then thrown into the sea and
the fire cxtinguished with steam,